Having just turned 60 in August, keeping healthy is very important to me. I have a darling 3 year old grandson who keeps me busy and I want to be fit and healthy to enjoy spending time with him and also travelling and enjoying life with my husband.

This month I’ve been sharing “Thoughts on ‘This time next year'” perhaps National Women’s Health & Fitness Day might be the catalyst to start on your journey to a new and healthier you?

To mark National Women’s Health & Fitness Day I wanted to share 3 EASY WAYS to start on your fitness journey TODAY. Remember it is a lifestyle change not just a passing fad.

Keeping healthy and fit should be a holistic approach

That means:

1. Making time to look after your body with exercise – 30 minutes 4 times per week

Schedule this time into your diary as you would any other appointment. Grab a friend and go for an ‘exercise catchup’ instead of a ‘coffee catchup’. Or walk to the coffee shop together.

2. Making healthier food choices

Don’t worry about the scales, just start reducing the treats and increasing the healthier food options. Be prepared with the healthy snacks and food in your pantry and don’t forget to drink more water!

3. Making time to nurture your mental well-being

Exercising can reduce stress and anxiety but also making time to enjoy what you love is just as important.

Take time to reflect, be grateful.

Listen to your favourite music, read a book or enjoy some time in nature.

I didn’t know there was a ‘national day’ so missed that, but – as you know from my post – I’m trying to change my exercise routine up a little. I’m not really doing much at the moment other than making sure I do my 8000 steps each day. I’d like to add some harder cardio – just for fitness purposes (1-2 times a week) and then something weight bearing / strengthening (yoga or pilates etc).

Great tips that everyone can incorporate in their daily lives. I walk wherever I can, since I walk across Spain every second summer, I recognize the value of walking… it’s just like a meditation, at least, for me. Thanks for sharing!

Thanks for the important reminder, Sue. I’ve been working up (mentally) to upping the intensity of my workouts. I’ve been exercising regularly for years now, but have felt lately that I’m going a little too easy on myself. A coworker invited me to attend an OrangeTheory class with her. That little fixed-mindset voice in my head warns me I might make a fool of myself–or I’ll be too tired after work–or the traffic will be bad coming home–a whole host of reasons why I shouldn’t. It’s time to politely tell her to be quiet, I’m doing this! Thanks for the motivation.

I know what you mean Christie. Our Personal Trainer who is like a daughter to us has changed direction in life and isn’t doing it anymore. It is much harder to motivate myself and push as hard as I did for her. Yes you need to tell that little voice in your head that you are doing something for YOU! Glad you feel motivated and I’d love to hear about the OrangeTheory class. x

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A LITTLE ABOUT ME…

Hello Sizzlers! I'm Sue and I'm here to share with you fun ways to keep fit, healthy and active as we Sizzle our way Towards 60 & Beyond! Age is just a number so let's keep Sizzling, grab life and enjoy every moment! Have I piqued your interest? I hope so! Grab a coffee and get to know me